Computer Modifications Upon Delivery
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2002 C230K, 2001 Audi TT 225 Coupe
Computer Modifications Upon Delivery
Hi all of you grizzled veterans out there!
I am taking delivery of an "02 C230K next week and want to know what modifications you have told your dealer to make on the Computer - ie, performance changes, window changes, stereo changes, security changes, lock/unlock changes, or anything else you know about.
Don't know exactly what is needed or desired, so need your help so that these things are done before delivery.
TIA
I am taking delivery of an "02 C230K next week and want to know what modifications you have told your dealer to make on the Computer - ie, performance changes, window changes, stereo changes, security changes, lock/unlock changes, or anything else you know about.
Don't know exactly what is needed or desired, so need your help so that these things are done before delivery.
TIA
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I got the Norway settings done. It's really nice to have the audible confirmation of the lock/unlock as well as the lights, for us **** people (you know who you are).
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And if more suggestions are made . . .
The more options that are sugested, maybe we can summarize all the suggestions and put them in a FAQ
So, suggest away!
So, suggest away!
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So you want faq's?
Originally posted by Duffer
The more options that are sugested, maybe we can summarize all the suggestions and put them in a FAQ
So, suggest away!
The more options that are sugested, maybe we can summarize all the suggestions and put them in a FAQ
So, suggest away!
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Well, I think side mounted exhaust pipes probably are not the way to go on a Mercedes. :p They look real cool on my AMX, though.
Well, I think side mounted exhaust pipes probably are not the way to go on a Mercedes. :p They look real cool on my AMX, though.
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i wanna go to the dealer and do all the cool changes (norway), but they close when i get off work and struggle thru 105 and 110...shucks!!!
and what else does norway setting do? does that change speed sensitive audio volume thingy too? <---which i like...
i want that chirp sound....i keep forget to lock my door =)
dave
and what else does norway setting do? does that change speed sensitive audio volume thingy too? <---which i like...
i want that chirp sound....i keep forget to lock my door =)
dave
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my delivery demands were simple:
have my phone programmed with my number when i get there
michelin tires
norway setting
speed sensitive to 0 db
octane setting 93
all were met
havent been back to the dealership yet
have my phone programmed with my number when i get there
michelin tires
norway setting
speed sensitive to 0 db
octane setting 93
all were met
havent been back to the dealership yet
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Originally posted by greg230
my delivery demands were simple:
have my phone programmed with my number when i get there
michelin tires
norway setting
speed sensitive to 0 db
octane setting 93
all were met
havent been back to the dealership yet
my delivery demands were simple:
have my phone programmed with my number when i get there
michelin tires
norway setting
speed sensitive to 0 db
octane setting 93
all were met
havent been back to the dealership yet
This question is for anyone, not just greg230.
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2002 C230 K
Originally posted by Mark08859
Alright, I'm going to ask a dumb question. If you have the Bose system; I presume you set a desired audio volume prior to starting your drive. If you have the windows open and there is ambient noise (wind, traffic, whatever....), why wouldn't someone want the volume to automatically compensate for the increased noise interference? This question is for anyone, not just greg230.
Alright, I'm going to ask a dumb question. If you have the Bose system; I presume you set a desired audio volume prior to starting your drive. If you have the windows open and there is ambient noise (wind, traffic, whatever....), why wouldn't someone want the volume to automatically compensate for the increased noise interference?
This question is for anyone, not just greg230.
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I may be wrong but I think the chirp (Norway) feature will work ONLY on those cars that have the alarm system. Cars sold in Canada do not have the alarm system as standard equipment so I think this is not a universal change that will work. If you have different information please post.
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Originally posted by trench
I actually think what people don't like about the system is not the volume increase - which seems gradual and rather subtle - but the sudden decrease in volume when coming to a stop. If it were as subtle decreasing the volume it wouldn't be as noticable and people probably wouldn't deactivate the feature.
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I actually think what people don't like about the system is not the volume increase - which seems gradual and rather subtle - but the sudden decrease in volume when coming to a stop. If it were as subtle decreasing the volume it wouldn't be as noticable and people probably wouldn't deactivate the feature.
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Originally posted by Mark08859
Wouldn't the volume go back to it's original level to which it was initially set prior to taking off in the car or does it go lower?
Wouldn't the volume go back to it's original level to which it was initially set prior to taking off in the car or does it go lower?
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the norway setting requires an alarm system. also, it has the side effect of losing the panic function on the key. up to you to make the trade off.
the fuel settings, i am convinced, do not do what it implies - use 93 US octane fuel more efficiently. see this thread on fuel settings discussion . if you search for similar threads, you will find more info on it. i had it turned back to default. btw, there are 2 settings. one for fuel octane and another for the stage 1/2/3. the latter may have some benefit for those interested in pulley upgrades.
the speed sensitive volume adjustment was too abrupt for me, up and down. so i had it turned off. the bose audiopilot noise compensation seems to be more subtle, but i can discern the volume changes. YMMV. i have no idea how to turn that off.
of course, if your technician doesn't know where some of these settings are, feel free to take the instructions from flashman's faq with you. i did.
the fuel settings, i am convinced, do not do what it implies - use 93 US octane fuel more efficiently. see this thread on fuel settings discussion . if you search for similar threads, you will find more info on it. i had it turned back to default. btw, there are 2 settings. one for fuel octane and another for the stage 1/2/3. the latter may have some benefit for those interested in pulley upgrades.
the speed sensitive volume adjustment was too abrupt for me, up and down. so i had it turned off. the bose audiopilot noise compensation seems to be more subtle, but i can discern the volume changes. YMMV. i have no idea how to turn that off.
of course, if your technician doesn't know where some of these settings are, feel free to take the instructions from flashman's faq with you. i did.
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Re: Computer Modifications Upon Delivery
Originally posted by Duffer
Don't know exactly what is needed or desired, so need your help so that these things are done before delivery.
Don't know exactly what is needed or desired, so need your help so that these things are done before delivery.
My suggestion... Take a deep breath, take delivery of the car, and enjoy driving it Bone Stock for at least a month. Only you can decide what mod is needed, or desired. You won't be able to decide on either until you live with a stock vehicle that will establish a baseline for YOUR opinions. Think of it this way. If you make a change before delivery, you won't be able to honestly say whether its for the better or not (for you), because you have not witnessed the stock setup firsthand.
They really are wonderful cars, just the way they come from the factory. I'd give it a chance to impress you. You can always request changes later. Either way, only you can decide what's right for you... no one on this forum can make these determinations for you.
Just a plea for sanity...
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they don't know anything about these changes
I asked my dealer about changing to the"chirp" sound lock and the speed sensitive volume setting, but he said he knows nothing about them. He also said he asked the technician who knows nothing about it also. He suggested me bring in the instructions......
what should I do? do y guys have instructions for the audio setting? I found the one for the "chirp" sound on FAQ.
thanx
G
picking up c230 next week.
what should I do? do y guys have instructions for the audio setting? I found the one for the "chirp" sound on FAQ.
thanx
G
picking up c230 next week.
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tell him to RTFM
My technician did some reading. Tell him to do that and print out the FAQ.
Just took delivery and this is what I had done on my USA car:
1. Ignition Adaptive Setting from Standard to 93 (If done in English, 93 is 93) Talked with Kleemann about this and if you only use US Super Unleaded, he suggested this setting to get a few more HP (I'll be getting his ring pulley kit soon after the break in period)
2. Audio Speed Sensitive Setting to 3dBs - works fine at this setting
3. Did not do Norway Setting - Tech thought it might interfere with other US settings. Anyway, I think seeing the lights blink is enough.
Putting on clear bra on entire front end Friday. Will follow with pics next week.
Just took delivery and this is what I had done on my USA car:
1. Ignition Adaptive Setting from Standard to 93 (If done in English, 93 is 93) Talked with Kleemann about this and if you only use US Super Unleaded, he suggested this setting to get a few more HP (I'll be getting his ring pulley kit soon after the break in period)
2. Audio Speed Sensitive Setting to 3dBs - works fine at this setting
3. Did not do Norway Setting - Tech thought it might interfere with other US settings. Anyway, I think seeing the lights blink is enough.
Putting on clear bra on entire front end Friday. Will follow with pics next week.
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Originally posted by Class C
Could anyone bring in their car to the dealer an get the Norway setting done?? I had no idea you could get various setting upon delivery. Could we do these setting ourselves??
Could anyone bring in their car to the dealer an get the Norway setting done?? I had no idea you could get various setting upon delivery. Could we do these setting ourselves??
From Flashman's FAQ's"
How to make the alarm chirp
